… how to manage WHS risks, please refer to the hierarchy of controls page . Examples of PPE include: Hard hats Earplugs … how to manage WHS risks, please refer to the hierarchy of controls page . Examples of PPE include: Hard hats Earplugs …
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… how to manage WHS risks, please refer to the hierarchy of controls . Examples of PPE include: hard hats earplugs … how to manage WHS risks, please refer to the hierarchy of controls . Examples of PPE include: hard hats earplugs …
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… and claims staff, and a review of the systems and controls in place to identify workers at risk of not … and claims staff, and a review of the systems and controls in place to identify workers at risk of not …
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Outdoor work Many people working in agriculture have jobs that require them to work outside. The following can make working outside hazardous: hazardous weather sun exposure heat cold air pollution animal hazards (for example, from working …
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Managing psychosocial hazards at work Back to November 2022 News Update Safe Work Australia recently published new model WHS Regulations on psychosocial risks and a new model Code of Practice: Managing psychosocial hazards at work (model Code). The model …
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… an easy escape route) using barriers or other physical controls to separate animals from people wearing appropriate … an easy escape route) using barriers or other physical controls to separate animals from people wearing appropriate …
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Working alone or in remote areas Working in the agriculture industry often requires working alone or in remote areas. Workers may be isolated from the assistance of others, or face increased risks due to long travel times, poor access to resources, or …
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Quad bikes Every year, quad bikes are a significant cause of death and serious injury in rural workplaces. Safe Work Australia maintains an up-to-date list of quad bike fatalities . In the 5 years from 2017-2021, there were 64 quad bike deaths in …
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Plant (such as tractors) Plant includes machinery, equipment, appliances and tools used at work. Plant includes machinery, equipment, appliances and tools used at work. Specific examples of plant common in the agriculture industry include tractors, quad …
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Electrical work Electrical work is extremely dangerous and should only ever be done by a qualified person. Electrical hazards in the agricultural industry pose serious work health and safety risks. Common examples of hazards include: Power lines – these …